2004 Audi A8 vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 159 kg more than 2004 Audi A8.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (440 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A8 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 110.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
